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Posted on 2/17/2016 by Dr. Dennison |
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 Intra-oral cameras are extremely valuable tools utilized in the field of periodontics, and they can help you to understand your treatment and what exactly is going on in your mouth. Find out how this innovative technology is being used in your dental office.What Can an Intra-Oral Camera Do?An intra-oral camera is a small, handheld device that is about the size of a traditional dental mirror. Similar to an oversized pen, this tool is actually a video camera that can be used to take pictures of the inside of your mouth. When taking images of the teeth, the pictures can be magnified by up to 25 times. Then, the images can be displayed on a screen for both you and your dentist to review. This technology is especially helpful in finding problems like decay, worn down teeth, deposits of plaque, and issues with your fillings.Why Are Periodontics Offices Using Intra-Oral Cameras?There are a variety of reasons that dental and periodontics offices are utilizing intra-oral cameras in their practices:
It's true that a picture is worth a thousand words, and when using intra-oral cameras in periodontics, both you and your dentist will get a greater understanding of what is going on in your mouth. Please contact us if you have any questions about intra-oral camera. |
